On June 25th we celebrate National Strawberry Parfait Day with delightful desserts made with layers of yogurt whipped cream granola or cookie crumbs and fresh strawberries. The combination of bright red and white colours makes the perfect combination. Where, ‘parfait’ part of the name means ‘perfect’ in French, and we couldn’t agree more. This dessert is made with juicy strawberries and ice cream, whipped cream, or custard and nuts.
HISTORY OF NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY
June is the season of the strawberries, we celebrate national strawberry parfait in June when fresh and juiced strawberries are available in abundance. In the late 1800s, Strawberry parfait originated from France while the oldest recipe dates back to the year 1892.
The combination of custard is made from sugar, eggs, cream, and syrup and all the ingredients are boiled and cooked to a thick consistency, later on, the fruit was added to the recipe to counter the rich and creamy texture.
In the modest U.S. version, the desserts involve putting a dash of liquor or chocolate into the recipe. While the healthier versions of the recipe call for the substitution of whipping cream and ice cream with yogurt instead. Collecting fresh strawberries from your local farms and making your strawberry parfait at home.
| 1800s (Original Parfait was Coffee-Flavored) | The original parfait to be served as a dessert is not strawberry-flavoured but instead coffee-flavoured. |
| 1864 (Parfait as the Perfect Frozen Treat) | Parfait is described as the perfect frozen dessert by the French. |
| 1892 (Oldest Strawberry Parfait Recipe) | France has the oldest strawberry parfait recipe in the history of the dessert. |
| 21st Century (Healthier Parfaits on the Rise) | In the U.S. and the U.K., healthier parfaits, eaten as breakfast items, become popular with the public. |
5 FACTS ABOUT STRAWBERRIES
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Strawberries’ seeds are on the outside- Strawberries are the only fruits with seeds on the outside. Blooming strawberries give extremely fragrant
- Blooming strawberries are extremely fragrant- Strawberries that are growing and blooming give off a sweet aroma.
- Ancient Romans thought of strawberries as miracles- Ancient Romans believed strawberries were a miracle fruit with medicinal properties, which helped with depression and fever.
- Strawberry isn’t a berry- Berries have their seeds on the inside, like blueberries or grapes, but strawberries are in a group of their own.
- Strawberries reduce heart disease and cancers- Strawberries can help reduce the chances of heart diseases and certain cancers.
FAQs
Is strawberry parfait a healthy dessert option?
Strawberry parfait can be a healthier dessert choice compared to others because it is made with Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and minimal added sugars. So, portion control is important.
What is a parfait?
Parfait refers to a layered dessert typically made with yogurt or whipped cream, granola or cookie crumbs, and fresh fruit such as strawberries.
Does strawberry have health benefits?
A strawberry parfait gave vitamins from fresh strawberries and probiotics from yogurt, promoting digestive health and offering a satisfying, nutritious dessert option when made with wholesome ingredients.
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